July 26, 2015 bulletin

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The Roman Catholic Community of ST. BRIGID PARISH, (St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville, Pa. St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, Pa.) (St. Brigids Cross) -mail: [email protected] Father Casimir (Cas) Stanis, Pastor Kenneth S. Brennan, Deacon PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

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Transcript of July 26, 2015 bulletin

MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEKEND St. Francis—August 1st—4:30PM: Lector—Thomas O’Reilly; Servers—Declan & Daegan Giannone; Rosary—Margaret Flaherty

St. Augustine—August 2nd—10:30AM: Lector—Jack Kelly; Servers—Jack & Luke Fruehan; Rosary—Ann Zalepa or a volunteer

DECEASED Please pray for the deceased, especially Mary R. Cadden, sister-in-law of Robert Keenan. We also pray for Anne (Doolittle) Gober, Pauline McGovern, Gene Allis, and Chris Cobb who were known to many in our Parish Community. May they all rest in peace. Amen.

SANCTUARY LIGHTS, ADORATION VIGIL CANDLES & DEVOTIONAL CANDLE DONATIONS

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for a Special Intention requested by Joe Purr. A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for healing for all the sick and special intentions.

The Sanctuary Light at St. Francis burns in Memory of Norman Strojny requested by Barbara Nye.

FLOWERS FOR OUR CHURCHES Margaret Flaherty.

To provide flowers for St. Francis Church , please call the Rectory at (570-553-2288); for St. Augustine Church, please call Heidi Jaeger (570-663-2459). Dates are available in both Churches thru November.

CHURCH CLEANING

St. Francis cleaners for the month of July—Eileen or Alexis Drab.

PRAYER LIST

Lord, hear our prayers for the sick of our Parish and Community listed below and for those who are not listed and in need of our prayers. Katelyn Andre, Michael Haefner, Bill Jones, Jr., David Zevan, Kyle Stoddard, Mary Lou Gregg, Sophie Padula, Madigan Gow, John Flynn, Donald & Terry Baum, Mary Bakay, Donnie Butler, Tommy Williams, Stephen Ambrose, Mary Riley, Toni Colardino, Tom Wenman, Kathy Holt, Linda Hollenback, Tyler Fletcher, Joshua Welch, Anna Mae Coleman, S.C.F., Mary Lou Fahs, Richard Hutchinson, Mary K. Long, Joshua Kaminski, B.F., Aleisya Abrams, Steve Hundiak, John Bauer, Butch Rosencranz, Ruth King, Ken Roon, Brooke Arnold, Hallie Brooks, June Riley, Sarah Murnigahan, William Chaney, Adam Kelly, Nancy

Lynch, Daniel Gavin, Sue Anderson, Shawn Burns, Quinn Seymour, Sam Miner, John & Alberta Zielinski, Virginia Raftis, Fred Russell, Dorothy Catlin, Marie Donahue, Nancy, Matt & Emily, Bob Murphy, Robyn Lawson, Vicky Nelson, Rita Flynn, Elton Carr, Kaleena Dughi, Molly Getter, Debbie Drewry, Bub Davis, Rusty Carmen, Ronalee Eckert, Chelsea Judson, Walt Frystak, Valerie Newhart, Amanda Branning, J.K., T. S., H. T., Andy Mooney, Dave Hibbard, Jeff Barnard, Ken Guiton, Mary Elizabeth Healy, Delmar O’Rourke, Lori & Michelle Parsons, Steve Burrell, Tammy Fleming, Barbara Borsavage, George Kotch, Jr., Gregg Loboda, Mark Kovach, Jerry Conboy, Brendan Kelly, Greg Lasgowka, Amy, Shirley Bowser, Paul Kerber, Linda Bush, Dick Lewis, Debbie Newhart, James O’Mara, Joe Redmond, Pat Donnelly, Cassey Juser, Florian Pasteka, Matt Purtell, Eleanor Hastings, Sheila McMahon, Natalie McMahon, Bob Keenan, Gladys Keating, Grove Doty, Jane Flynn, Jackie Guiton, Karen Purtell, Victoria Hegedty, Richard Guido, Terry White, John & Doris Daly, Danielle, Ralph Sharon, Victoria Grisdale, and Anne. May they regain full health. Please pray for the needs in our Par-ish Intention Books. Our Lady of Good Health, pray for us. Amen.

ARMED FORCES LIST Please pray for those in our Armed Forces, especially those from our Parish & Community, Christopher Reichlen, Patrick Allen, Shane Kalpokas, Ryan Gormley, Mike Griffith, Matthew Kramer, Dustin Ryder, Bobby Brostoski, Ricky Trowbridge, Ryan Neville, Anthony Flynn, A. Jay Tewksbury, Jennifer Buttacavoli, Andrew Muscarelle, Adam Barziloski, Lukas Crisman, John Matousek, Lisa Phillips, Carrie Krouse, Ryan Newberry, Wayne M. Bennett, Duane Thomas, Joseph Elliott, Mark W. Gregg, Bradley J. Bryant, Kevin Lewandoski, Amberlynn Villanella, Steven Shelp, and all who serve with them. May they all be protected and safe from harm and return home soon to their families and friends. Amen. Please call the rectory when the person you put on the Prayer List or Armed Forces List can be removed. If you know of anyone on the list who has passed away, please let us know so that their name can be removed from the list.

The Roman Catholic Community of ST. BRIGID PARISH,

(St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville, Pa.

St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, Pa.)

(St. Brigid’s Cross)

-mail: [email protected]

Father Casimir (Cas) Stanis, Pastor

Kenneth S. Brennan, Deacon

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT Thank you for your kindness & generosity in our Parish Collections. St. Francis (4:30PM)— $ 955.00; St. Francis (8:00AM)—$ 1,092.00; St. Augustine (10:30AM)—$ 1,259.00

LIFELINES

“In a special way, believers in Christ must defend and promote this right, aware as they are of the wonderful truth recalled by the Second Vatican Council: ‘By his incarnation the Son of God has united Himself in some fashion with every human being’ (Gaudium et Spes, no. 22).”

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BULLETINS .

MASS SCHEDULE Sat. July 25 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 17TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

(Birthday) MARIE GESFORD by Bob, Jean & Christopher Boos

Sun. July 26 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 17TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - (Birthday) JULIE MADIGAN by the Family Mon. July 27 12:00NN St. Francis Church - Tue. July 28 8:30AM St. Augustine Church - BOB HAWLEY by Bob & Maureen Allen Wed. July 29 8:30AM St. Francis Church - BOBBY PURTELL by Vi Patrei & Family Thur. July 30 8:30AM St. Francis Church - CARL MILLER BY Kay Keenan Fri. July 31 12:00NN St. Francis Church - HELEN TAYLOR by the Gerald Guiton Family Sat. Aug. 1 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 18TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE FRANK & MARY ELLEN GOLDEN FAMILY by the Family

Sun. Aug. 2 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 18TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

10:30AM St. Augustine Church Anniv. GERARD MAHONEY by the Family

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES COLLECTION—TODAY Week of the Collection “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services Collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Through supporting today’s collection, you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous.

COLLECTION FOR THE CARE & EDUCATION OF PRIESTS

The second collection next weekend, August 1st & 2nd is for the Care & Education of Priests.

ALTAR & ROSARY MEETING The Altar & Rosary Society will meet on Wednesday, August 5th, at 6:30PM in the Rectory.

CHURCH SOFTBALL NEWS

Our softball team finished the season with only one loss and are the number one team in the league. Congratulations to all of our team members on a great season! The Tournament was held this Saturday. The Tournament results will be in next weeks bulletin.

ST. AUGUSTINE CEMETERY NEWS

St. Augustine's Cemetery - no artificial flowers are allowed between May and November. Existing flowers can be found next to the shed. If you have any questions, please contact Joe Monahan at 607-669-4598.

BUS TRIP TO PHILADELPHIA TO SEE POPE FRANCIS

We have room for (2) more people on the bus to see the Pope. Please call the Rectory (570-553-2288) as soon as possible if you would like to attend. Please feel free to invite friends from outside the Parish to attend so that we can fill the bus! The date is Sunday, September 27th. Cost per person is $ 50.00 per person. Meals are extra. (Or you can bring a brown bag lunch.)

Cost per person is $ 50.00.

HALF DAY RETREAT TO BE HELD AT ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH A Half Day Retreat will be held at St. Augustine Church, on Saturday, October 3rd, from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. The Retreat Leader will be Marilee Beyer. The topic will be Our Blessed Mother. The Day will open at 9:00AM with Mass celebrated by Fr. Cas, Followed by a Lesson, Stations of the Cross as seen through the eyes of Mary, the Mother of Jesus (Stations will be outside if weather permits), Meditation, small group discussions, snacks, and time for sharing. Closing will be at 12:30PM with Exposition of the Holy Eucharist done by Deacon Ken Brennan. Please bring your own chair and snacks. The Retreat is open to everyone.

PARISH PRAYER CHAIN If you would like to help respond to prayer requests (for anyone in need), please contact Rosalynd Perlick-Spencer (570-663-2212), Susie Reichlen (570-553-2618), or Mary Keenan (570-553-2431). If you have actual prayer requests, please call anyone on the list and many prayers will be offered for your particular intention.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION OUR LORD WAITS FOR YOU: There are only two hours left to be filled for Eucharistic Adoration. If you would like one of the hours listed below, or would like to be an occa-sional substitute, email Andrea at [email protected] or call 607-669-4875. Available hours are: Friday 12Noon to 1:00PM and Friday 1:00PM to 2:00PM.

2015 YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE A.D. 400-500: Surge of monastic communities in the Eastern and Western church. In 470 Saint Brigid establishes Kildare Abbey in Ireland, a double monastery for monks and nuns. A.D. 500-600: Common life (or community) becomes more dominant than the hermit ’s way of life and spreads to France, Germany, and Italy.

MINISTRY SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEKEND St. Francis—August 1st—4:30PM: Lector—Thomas O’Reilly; Servers—Declan & Daegan Giannone; Rosary—Margaret Flaherty

St. Augustine—August 2nd—10:30AM: Lector—Jack Kelly; Servers—Jack & Luke Fruehan; Rosary—Ann Zalepa or a volunteer

DECEASED Please pray for the deceased, especially Mary R. Cadden, sister-in-law of Robert Keenan. We also pray for Anne (Doolittle) Gober, Pauline McGovern, Gene Allis, and Chris Cobb who were known to many in our Parish Community. May they all rest in peace. Amen.

SANCTUARY LIGHTS, ADORATION VIGIL CANDLES & DEVOTIONAL CANDLE DONATIONS

A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for a Special Intention requested by Joe Purr. A Devotional Candle at St. Francis b u r n s for healing for all the sick and special intentions.

The Sanctuary Light at St. Francis burns in Memory of Norman Strojny requested by Barbara Nye.

FLOWERS FOR OUR CHURCHES Margaret Flaherty.

To provide flowers for St. Francis Church , please call the Rectory at (570-553-2288); for St. Augustine Church, please call Heidi Jaeger (570-663-2459). Dates are available in both Churches thru November.

CHURCH CLEANING

St. Francis cleaners for the month of July—Eileen or Alexis Drab.

PRAYER LIST

Lord, hear our prayers for the sick of our Parish and Community listed below and for those who are not listed and in need of our prayers. Katelyn Andre, Michael Haefner, Bill Jones, Jr., David Zevan, Kyle Stoddard, Mary Lou Gregg, Sophie Padula, Madigan Gow, John Flynn, Donald & Terry Baum, Mary Bakay, Donnie Butler, Tommy Williams, Stephen Ambrose, Mary Riley, Toni Colardino, Tom Wenman, Kathy Holt, Linda Hollenback, Tyler Fletcher, Joshua Welch, Anna Mae Coleman, S.C.F., Mary Lou Fahs, Richard Hutchinson, Mary K. Long, Joshua Kaminski, B.F., Aleisya Abrams, Steve Hundiak, John Bauer, Butch Rosencranz, Ruth King, Ken Roon, Brooke Arnold, Hallie Brooks, June Riley, Sarah Murnigahan, William Chaney, Adam Kelly, Nancy

Lynch, Daniel Gavin, Sue Anderson, Shawn Burns, Quinn Seymour, Sam Miner, John & Alberta Zielinski, Virginia Raftis, Fred Russell, Dorothy Catlin, Marie Donahue, Nancy, Matt & Emily, Bob Murphy, Robyn Lawson, Vicky Nelson, Rita Flynn, Elton Carr, Kaleena Dughi, Molly Getter, Debbie Drewry, Bub Davis, Rusty Carmen, Ronalee Eckert, Chelsea Judson, Walt Frystak, Valerie Newhart, Amanda Branning, J.K., T. S., H. T., Andy Mooney, Dave Hibbard, Jeff Barnard, Ken Guiton, Mary Elizabeth Healy, Delmar O’Rourke, Lori & Michelle Parsons, Steve Burrell, Tammy Fleming, Barbara Borsavage, George Kotch, Jr., Gregg Loboda, Mark Kovach, Jerry Conboy, Brendan Kelly, Greg Lasgowka, Amy, Shirley Bowser, Paul Kerber, Linda Bush, Dick Lewis, Debbie Newhart, James O’Mara, Joe Redmond, Pat Donnelly, Cassey Juser, Florian Pasteka, Matt Purtell, Eleanor Hastings, Sheila McMahon, Natalie McMahon, Bob Keenan, Gladys Keating, Grove Doty, Jane Flynn, Jackie Guiton, Karen Purtell, Victoria Hegedty, Richard Guido, Terry White, John & Doris Daly, Danielle, Ralph Sharon, Victoria Grisdale, and Anne. May they regain full health. Please pray for the needs in our Par-ish Intention Books. Our Lady of Good Health, pray for us. Amen.

ARMED FORCES LIST Please pray for those in our Armed Forces, especially those from our Parish & Community, Christopher Reichlen, Patrick Allen, Shane Kalpokas, Ryan Gormley, Mike Griffith, Matthew Kramer, Dustin Ryder, Bobby Brostoski, Ricky Trowbridge, Ryan Neville, Anthony Flynn, A. Jay Tewksbury, Jennifer Buttacavoli, Andrew Muscarelle, Adam Barziloski, Lukas Crisman, John Matousek, Lisa Phillips, Carrie Krouse, Ryan Newberry, Wayne M. Bennett, Duane Thomas, Joseph Elliott, Mark W. Gregg, Bradley J. Bryant, Kevin Lewandoski, Amberlynn Villanella, Steven Shelp, and all who serve with them. May they all be protected and safe from harm and return home soon to their families and friends. Amen. Please call the rectory when the person you put on the Prayer List or Armed Forces List can be removed. If you know of anyone on the list who has passed away, please let us know so that their name can be removed from the list.

The Roman Catholic Community of ST. BRIGID PARISH,

(St. Francis Xavier Church, Friendsville, Pa.

St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, Pa.)

(St. Brigid’s Cross)

-mail: [email protected]

Father Casimir (Cas) Stanis, Pastor

Kenneth S. Brennan, Deacon

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT Thank you for your kindness & generosity in our Parish Collections. St. Francis (4:30PM)— $ 955.00; St. Francis (8:00AM)—$ 1,092.00; St. Augustine (10:30AM)—$ 1,259.00

LIFELINES

“In a special way, believers in Christ must defend and promote this right, aware as they are of the wonderful truth recalled by the Second Vatican Council: ‘By his incarnation the Son of God has united Himself in some fashion with every human being’ (Gaudium et Spes, no. 22).”

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BULLETINS .

MASS SCHEDULE Sat. July 25 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 17TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

(Birthday) MARIE GESFORD by Bob, Jean & Christopher Boos

Sun. July 26 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 17TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

10:30AM St. Augustine Church - (Birthday) JULIE MADIGAN by the Family Mon. July 27 12:00NN St. Francis Church - Tue. July 28 8:30AM St. Augustine Church - BOB HAWLEY by Bob & Maureen Allen Wed. July 29 8:30AM St. Francis Church - BOBBY PURTELL by Vi Patrei & Family Thur. July 30 8:30AM St. Francis Church - CARL MILLER BY Kay Keenan Fri. July 31 12:00NN St. Francis Church - HELEN TAYLOR by the Gerald Guiton Family Sat. Aug. 1 4:30PM St. Francis Church - VIGIL: 18TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE FRANK & MARY ELLEN GOLDEN FAMILY by the Family

Sun. Aug. 2 8:00AM St. Francis Church - 18TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME INTENTIONS OF OUR PARISHIONERS

10:30AM St. Augustine Church Anniv. GERARD MAHONEY by the Family

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES COLLECTION—TODAY Week of the Collection “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me” (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services Collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Through supporting today’s collection, you help Jesus in disguise. Please be generous.

COLLECTION FOR THE CARE & EDUCATION OF PRIESTS

The second collection next weekend, August 1st & 2nd is for the Care & Education of Priests.

ALTAR & ROSARY MEETING The Altar & Rosary Society will meet on Wednesday, August 5th, at 6:30PM in the Rectory.

CHURCH SOFTBALL NEWS

Our softball team finished the season with only one loss and are the number one team in the league. Congratulations to all of our team members on a great season! The Tournament was held this Saturday. The Tournament results will be in next weeks bulletin.

ST. AUGUSTINE CEMETERY NEWS

St. Augustine's Cemetery - no artificial flowers are allowed between May and November. Existing flowers can be found next to the shed. If you have any questions, please contact Joe Monahan at 607-669-4598.

BUS TRIP TO PHILADELPHIA TO SEE POPE FRANCIS

We have room for (2) more people on the bus to see the Pope. Please call the Rectory (570-553-2288) as soon as possible if you would like to attend. Please feel free to invite friends from outside the Parish to attend so that we can fill the bus! The date is Sunday, September 27th. Cost per person is $ 50.00 per person. Meals are extra. (Or you can bring a brown bag lunch.)

Cost per person is $ 50.00.

HALF DAY RETREAT TO BE HELD AT ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH A Half Day Retreat will be held at St. Augustine Church, on Saturday, October 3rd, from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. The Retreat Leader will be Marilee Beyer. The topic will be Our Blessed Mother. The Day will open at 9:00AM with Mass celebrated by Fr. Cas, Followed by a Lesson, Stations of the Cross as seen through the eyes of Mary, the Mother of Jesus (Stations will be outside if weather permits), Meditation, small group discussions, snacks, and time for sharing. Closing will be at 12:30PM with Exposition of the Holy Eucharist done by Deacon Ken Brennan. Please bring your own chair and snacks. The Retreat is open to everyone.

PARISH PRAYER CHAIN If you would like to help respond to prayer requests (for anyone in need), please contact Rosalynd Perlick-Spencer (570-663-2212), Susie Reichlen (570-553-2618), or Mary Keenan (570-553-2431). If you have actual prayer requests, please call anyone on the list and many prayers will be offered for your particular intention.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION OUR LORD WAITS FOR YOU: There are only two hours left to be filled for Eucharistic Adoration. If you would like one of the hours listed below, or would like to be an occa-sional substitute, email Andrea at [email protected] or call 607-669-4875. Available hours are: Friday 12Noon to 1:00PM and Friday 1:00PM to 2:00PM.

2015 YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE A.D. 400-500: Surge of monastic communities in the Eastern and Western church. In 470 Saint Brigid establishes Kildare Abbey in Ireland, a double monastery for monks and nuns. A.D. 500-600: Common life (or community) becomes more dominant than the hermit ’s way of life and spreads to France, Germany, and Italy.

RABIES CLINIC A Rabies Clinic will be held at the Little Meadows Fire Station on Monday, July 27th, from 5 to 6PM. Please have your pet on a leash or in a crate. Cost is $ 10.00 each. Benefits the Little Meadows Fire Company.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF BROOME COUNTY The Catholic Schools of Broome County Admissions: The Summer Admission period for the 2015-2016 School Year is now open - Early Childhood Education through 12th Grade. 100% graduation rate. Tuition assistance available. Transportation available from Pennsylvania. Contact the Office of Admissions at 607-748-7423 extension 3 for more information or to schedule a tour. Apply Now. Consider the possibilities waiting for your children. www.broomecatholicschools.org & www.setoncchs.com

ST. CYRIL’S PARISH FESTIVAL St. Cyril’s Parish, 148 Clinton St, Binghamton, will hold their Festival THIS Sunday, July 26th, from 11:30AM to 6:30PM. Admission is free. There will be Chicken BBQ, Ethnic Foods, Raffles, (including a $ 3000.00 raffle), games for children and adults, Bake Sale, and Ice Cream. There will be live music 11:30 to 1:30 by The Accords; 1:30 to 2:30 the Moravian Dancers; and 2;30 to 6:30 Nyshot’s Groove. There will also be live Radio Broadcasts by 1290’s Barb Mack and 100.5FM’s Bill Flynn. Come join us for a fun filled day!

POT O’GOLD PARTY

“St. Brigid Parish ~ Pot O’Gold Party” will be held Sunday October 25th, 2015 at 1:00PM in Neumann Hall, Choconut. This will be an “Elimination Party”. A limited number (115) tickets are available at $ 100.00 each. Each ticket admits one person plus a guest to the party. Included in the ticket price will be beer/wine/and buffet style food. Over $ 8000.00 in prizes will be awarded including a grand prize of $ 3000.00. Everyone who buys a ticket will go home with at least a door prize. On the day of the party at intermission as many raffle tickets as possible will be sold for $ 5.00 each for (8) separate raffles for (8) more $ 100.00 tickets. There will also be as many raffle tickets as possible sold for $ 10.00 each for (2) separate raffles for (2) more $ 100.00 tickets. These final (10) tickets can only be awarded to someone who already holds one of the original 115 tickets. If you would like to purchase a “Pot O’Gold” Party ticket, please contact John or Mary Butler (570-553-2199) or the Parish Office (570-553-2288). Parishioners are encouraged to get their tickets early. We need help from individual Parishioners/individual people or families/businesses in the following ways. We need (22) sponsors of $ 100.00 each; (2) sponsors of $ 250.00 each; (2) sponsors of $ 500.00 each; (1) sponsor (or a few to share the sponsorship) of $ 1,500.00; and (1) sponsor (or a few to share the sponsorship) of $ 3,000.00. Thank you to the two families who have sponsored $ 100.00 each! If you would like to be a sponsor, please call the Parish Office (570-553-2288) OR call John or Mary Butler (570-553-2199). We need donations of a total of 96 door prizes. These could include bottles of wine, restaurant gift certificates, other gift certificates, bird feeders, bird feed, gift baskets, lottery tickets, sewing supplies, shop supplies, work lights, a pallet of stone, Irish items, items for pets, gardening items, etc. Only your imagination is the limit on what one of these prizes could be. If you can donate a door prize, please call Betty Ellen Hardy (570-553-2372) or Shirley Kelly (570-553-2362). If you would be able to solicit sponsors, door prizes, or volunteer

to work at the Party, please contact the Parish Office (570-553-2288) or John and Mary Butler (570-553-2199).

NEXT SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND IS THE 191st ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANNUAL PICNIC The Picnic will be held from 11:30AM to 4:00PM at Neumann Hall in Choconut. Come one and all and enjoy a wonderful Barbecue Chicken dinner and all the other activities that are planned!!!

The menu is: Barbecue Chicken, Macaroni Salad, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Desserts, Rolls, Butter, and Beverages. You may dine in or take out. Cost for adults is $ 8.50 in advance / $ 9.00 at the door; children 5 to 12—$ 4.00; under 5 are free. There will be a Country Store, Bingo, Games, Refreshments, Raffles and Music. Come on out and enjoy the day!!!

Calendar of Events: Currently—Raffle Tickets and Food Donations may be placed in the collection basket at Mass this weekend or returned by mail to the Rectory., Continuing thru THIS SUNDAY, July 26—Advance tickets may be purchased at the weekend Masses. Advance tickets are $ 8.50. Tickets at the door are $ 9.00. (Change of date) July 27—(THIS MONDAY) Coleslaw will be made beginning at 10:00AM at Neu-mann Hall. Advance tickets will also be available. July 27—(Monday) A Picnic Meeting will be held at 10:00AM at Neumann Hall. July 31—(Friday) Preparations for Picnic will begin at 8:00AM. August 1—(Saturday)—Preparations for Picnic will begin at 8:00AM. August 2—PICNIC DAY—We will also begin at 8:00AM and continue until the close of the Picnic. We need and appreciate all YOUR help. YOU MAKE OUR PICNIC A SUCCESS! If you have any questions, please call one of the Chairpersons. Jim or Maureen Shelp (570)663-2737 Joe or Mary Homan (570)553-2860 The Rectory (570)553-2288 Barb Pichette (570)663-2769 (for tickets)

REQUEST FOR THEME BASKETS & BASKET OF CHEER Theme Baskets are needed for the Theme Basket Booth at the Picnic. Donations are also needed for the Basket of Cheer. If you are able to donate a Basket or a bottle, please call Cathy O’Reilly at (570)553-2252 or (570)553-2277.

PICNIC MEETING

The next Picnic Meeting will be THIS Monday, July 27th, at 10:00AM in Neumann Hall. Anyone who would like to help is welcome to attend.

WORK SHEETS WORK SHEETS ARE AVAILABLE THIS WEEKEND. PLEASE TAKE A COPY HOME WITH YOU. If you are not listed to work, please call one of the Chairpersons. WE would like to THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR ALL YOUR HELP. Remember many hands make light work!!!